This week: facials.

This week, I've been pampered to within an inch of my life at the fabulous Aveda Bauhaus salon in Cardiff.

There, I had the best facial I've ever had in my life, and that's saying something, because I am a BIG fan of facials. It was so good that I actually drifted off to sleep during it and couldn't believe I'd been in the treatment room for almost two hours!

The gorgeous Aveda Elemental Nature Facial is a real treat: it starts with a foot, hand or scalp massage and warm towels on your face to relax you, and a 15-minute, in-depth consultation to find out what kind of skin type you are.

Apparently, you can be any of the following elements: Infinity, Air, Fire, Water or Earth - according to how dehydrated, congested, mature, dry, blemished or oily your skin is.

Once that's decided, Aveda's holistic approach kicks in: the therapist chooses the appropriate oils and massage technique for you so what you're getting is a completely tailor-made facial.

Mine was bliss: and not only relaxing but effective too. My skin has looked completely radiant ever since and I'm still walking on cloud nine!

If you're looking for a sensory experience, as well as a facial, try the Aveda salon: the feeling of luxury is fabulous!

I finished off my day by having my hair and make-up done, both of which made me look and feel great. Who would have thought there'd be such a wonderful salon, right in the centre of Cardiff? Beats anything I've seen in London...